What are the three types of scarring caused by asbestos exposure?

The three types of scarring caused by asbestos exposure include asbestosis, pleural plaques, and skin growths. Asbestosis is a chronic lung condition caused by the inhalation of asbestos fibers, leading to excess fibrous tissue in the lungs, which can impair lung function. Pleural plaques are localized areas of fibrosis on the pleura (the lining around the lungs) that indicate asbestos exposure but usually do not cause symptoms. Skin growths, while not as commonly discussed in relation to asbestos, can occur due to the direct irritation or reaction to asbestos fibers.

Other options mention conditions that are not classified as scarring specifically caused by asbestos or mix different pathologies that are not directly related to asbestos exposure. For example, carcinomas are cancers that can develop but are not a direct form of scarring from asbestos itself. Similarly, emphysema and bronchitis are respiratory diseases but do not represent the specific types of scarring associated with asbestos exposure. Inflammation and infection can be associated with exposure, but they are not direct forms of scarring as seen with the selected types.